Beef Herdsperson - Gloucestershire in Bristol

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

Key roles include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day livestock and farm operations.
• Plan, implement, and manage grazing and forage programmes to optimise herd performance.
• Maintain yard, field, and farm infrastructure to a high operational and safety standard.
• Carry out foot trimming for the suckler herd.
• Manage all aspects of calving, including monitoring, assistance, and post-calving care.
• Undertake artificial insemination (AI) in line with breeding plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date herd records, including performance and health data.
• Manage feed stores and silage clamps, ensuring correct storage, quality, and stock control.
• Proactively promote and maintain high standards of Health and Safety across the farms, taking initiative to resolve or escalate any non-compliance.
• Fully utilise farm equipment and infrastructure to maximise operational efficiency and financial return.
• Work collaboratively with the wider farm team, including the Vet, to develop and implement herd health plans and ensure accurate records for veterinary medicines and withdrawal periods.
• Maintain a high standard of estate appearance, identifying and delivering continuous improvements where possible.
• Ensure that all activities are conducted in a manner that protects and enhances the reputation of the Dyson brand.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development by undertaking training as required.

Requirements:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent herd husbandry skills with an understanding of cow health.
• Capable of foot trimming and AI highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of modern agricultural machinery (Desirable).
• Holds an up-to-date certificate for telescopic and counterbalance forklift and ATV.
• User of Microsoft Office.
• Professional manner when dealing with work colleagues, visitors, and the general public.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks as well as the herd.
• Strong sense of discretion, appreciating the confidentiality of the work.
• Ability to work under own initiative but also as part of a multifunctional team.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety.

Benefits:

• Pro-rata holiday plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free annual flu jab.
• Free eye test.
• Employee Assistant Programme.
• Access to product discounts.
• Organised social events.
• Free parking.